EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant

The Graduate Network; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network is seeking an EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant to support a vibrant early years team in a high-performing primary setting in Wolverhampton. You will work under the guidance of the class teacher, delivering small-group phonics and number activities, modelling play, and helping set up continuous provision.

This role is ideal for graduates aiming for teacher training, offering exposure to observations, progress notes, and development of speech, language and social skills in a

Qualifications

• Degree – 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Desire to work in education/with children.
• Experience with children desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support class teacher with daily EYFS provision.
• Lead small-group activities in early phonics and numbers.
• Model play and set up continuous provision.
• Support speech, language, and social development.
• Observe and note progress with simple progress notes.
• Maintain a calm, safe environment for children.

Skills

Clear communication

Nurturing approach

Education

Degree (2:2+ in any subject)

Job description

Do you have a degree and a passion for early years education before moving into teacher training?

Could you support young children through engaging activities and clear routines in a high-performing EYFS setting?

• EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant
• Immediate start until July 2027
• £85 - £98 per day
• ‘Outstanding’ primary school, Wolverhampton
• General classroom support in EYFS

The Role

You’ll support the class teacher with daily EYFS provision. This includes small-group activities in early phonics and number, modelling play, setting up continuous provision, and supporting speech, language, and social development. You’ll help with observations, simple progress notes, and ensure a calm, safe environment where children can thrive.

The Candidate

You’re a graduate with a warm, nurturing approach and clear communication. You can follow guidance, keep routines consistent, and engage young children through purposeful play. You’re keen to learn from experienced practitioners and build skills for teacher training.

Requirements

• Degree – A 2:2 or above in any subject.
• Communication – Clear and confident verbal and written communication.
• Enhanced DBS – Must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS certificate.
• Desire to work in education/with children – Strong interest in EYFS and early child development.
• Experience working with children – Any relevant experience (nursery, mentoring, tutoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential.

The School

This ‘Outstanding’ primary school in Wolverhampton offers a nurturing, well-resourced EYFS with strong teamwork and clear routines. You’ll receive guidance, practical CPD, and regular feedback to help you make impact quickly.

Due to the high number of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted.